Background: Sperm acrosomal exocytosis requires GTPases, SNAREs, and a complex lipid signaling. Results: Exocytic stimuli promote ARF6 activation, which accomplishes exocytosis by stimulating PLC and Rab3A. Conclusion: ARF6 induces acrosome calcium efflux and assembles the fusion machinery leading to membrane fusion. Significance: This study explores a novel molecular link between ARF6, PLC, and Rab3A and provides insight into the molecular mechanisms of exocytosis and reproduction.

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